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Quote by Ernst Lubitsch

“The job of the director is to suggest two plus two. Let the viewer say four.”

Quote by Ernst Lubitsch

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A German-born American actor and director, Ernst Lubitsch was renowned for his elegant comedy style and masterful acting skills. In the golden age of Hollywood, Lubitsch was an important representative of German Expressionist cinema, and his work has had a profound impact on film art throughout the world. more

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